MIVA ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF JOSCELIN BARNETT

Barnett to lead global HR team at leading online advertising network

LONDON - November 9, 2006. MIVA, Inc., (NASDAQ: MIVA), a leading independent online advertising network, has today announced the promotion of Joscelin Barnett from European Human Resources Director to Global VP of Human Resources.

In her new role, Joscelin will lead a global team responsible for recruitment, development of new HR processes and the implementation of staff training programmes. She will be based out of MIVA's London office and report to MIVA's CEO, Peter Corrao.

Joscelin joined MIVA in 2004 from Brindisa where she worked as HR Director. Other previous positions include a 12-year stint in at software solutions provider, SPL WorldGroup, which included two years in the role of International Director of HR.

"Joscelin has an immense depth of international HR experience and has made a significant impact on our European business through highly effective recruitment and training programmes. We believe that it makes perfect business sense to bring her experience to bear on a global level through this high profile role," commented MIVA's CEO, Peter Corrao.

Adds Joscelin Barnett:

"The energy, quality and knowledge of our staff and the high levels of service we offer to our clients are at the heart of our business and, as such, HR is a key support function across our network of offices. I am proud to have been given this exciting opportunity in such a dynamic business."

MIVA has offices in the UK, US, France, Germany, Spain and Italy and employs over 400 people.

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About MIVA®, Inc.

MIVA (NASDAQ: MIVA) is a leading independent online advertising network, dedicated exclusively to helping businesses grow. MIVA connects millions of buyers with sellers at exactly the right place and time. MIVA delivers qualified leads to advertisers, helps maximise revenue for partners, facilitates commerce for online merchants and provides relevant information to customers. The Company operates in North America, Europe and Asia.

Forward-looking Statements

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